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fastone371 said:
I have not had to get a dent out of my wood shaft for at least 5 years, I think I had to do it twice in over 10 years, its a non issue for me. I kept my shaft very nice, many people who try my cue are surprised how nice my pool shaft feels and I don't wear a glove.

Every CF shaft I have tried so far (they all belonged to people I shoot pool with) have sounded and felt like it had a marshmallow on the end instead of a tip, very dead feeling. I didnt get into specifics with them about shaft brand or kind of tip. Most of the time when I miss a shot I know its because I did something wrong, not the cue. I will happily stick with my wood shaft for now.
FWIW Justin Bergman still plays with a wood shaft.
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There used to be a cue guy with a lathe at alot of events years ago and it was easy/convenient to get a shaft cleaned/resealed or a new tip put on and well worth it. There was no need for a glove
 
Maniac said:
No, not to leagues. Not to my first wife. Not to Pepsi cola.

I went back to my LD (OB Classic) wood shaft, possibly leaving the CF shaft in my case for a while. I got to where I was having more bad days than good days digging the feel of the CF vs wood. It's a personal preference. I'm not posting this to bash CF shafts in any way, shape, or form. They are great shafts. I just couldn't adjust to the way the feel of the hit was. YMMV
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Ok thanks for telling us this
 
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Many wood cues don't incorporate a pro taper?, adding to the unique feel they possess. Personally, I like the less aggressive feel that wood offers. I seem to play better with the softer taper wood shaft. CF is more durable, and I feel that's it's biggest advantage.
 
fastone371 said:
I have not had to get a dent out of my wood shaft for at least 5 years, I think I had to do it twice in over 10 years, its a non issue for me. I kept my shaft very nice, many people who try my cue are surprised how nice my pool shaft feels and I don't wear a glove.

Every CF shaft I have tried so far (they all belonged to people I shoot pool with) have sounded and felt like it had a marshmallow on the end instead of a tip, very dead feeling. I didnt get into specifics with them about shaft brand or kind of tip. Most of the time when I miss a shot I know its because I did something wrong, not the cue. I will happily stick with my wood shaft for now.
FWIW Justin Bergman still plays with a wood shaft.
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Lemonwood....
 
skogstokig said:
there's no magic in cf, but there's definitely a lot of positives for the regular player.
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I got one for my wife because she's the type of goober that sometimes jumps up so badly that she hits the light with her shaft. I got tired of ironing the dings out of her R360.

Then...she had one, so I had to get one.

FTR: She doesn't hit the light with her shaft near as much as she used to. Oh, the excuses we come up with to buy something pool related. ;)
 
GoldCrown said:
REVO... once you got black you don't go back. Wood is for termites.
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Somewhat on the sarcastic side, but lacks reasoning. What are your reasons for using carbon fiber over wood?

sciarco said:
Bottom line is not the arrow but the archer don't matter what kind of shaft u use .
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Ultimately, yes you are right. But there is equipment that makes it easier to play the game. Reasons why are much more appreciated.
 
SeniorTom said:
Somewhat on the sarcastic side, but lacks reasoning. What are your reasons for using carbon fiber over wood?


Ultimately, yes you are right. But there is equipment that makes it easier to play the game. Reasons why are much more appreciated.
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The long black shaft helps line up my shot.
I can see track better.
Never warps
Never nicks.
Does not have to be refinished.

It does not change my game. Stroking consistently is best served when constantly using the same equipment… being CF or wood….
 
sciarco said:
Bottom line is not the arrow but the archer don't matter what kind of shaft u use .
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I have never lost my cash to anyone who actually believed that.
You are ignoring all kinds of evidence.
 
I've been using Carbon Fiber (REVO 12.9 to be specific) for about 6-7 years now. When I used wood before, it was constantly getting dings, scratches, dents, etc. And each shaft was a little different - some simply hit better than others - because wood is an inconsistent medium. With CF, each shaft of the same make and model feels and performs the same. And I haven't had to repair or replace a single one for damage.

CF does not make me a better player in its own right, but consistent, reliable, low maintenance equipment is a plus in my book.
 
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